Join us for the Agave Heritage Festival!!
Tucson, Culinary Capital And City Of Gastronomy, Celebrates 250 Years...
Schedule of Events:
8:00 am - 11:00 am: Agave Planting at Mission Garden
Be part of history and the future! Join us at Mission Garden to plant agave in the traditional Hohokam style, inspired by ancient plantings on Tumamoc Hill. These agave plants will provide food for bat pollinators and may even become part of a future festival's roasting pit.
No experience is needed, and families are encouraged to join! We'll provide all tools and gloves-just bring your enthusiasm, long pants, and a hat for sun protection.
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm: Howard Scott Gentry Lecture
The Howard Scott Gentry Award was established in 2017 by Dr. Gary Nabhan and the Agave Heritage Festival to recognize leaders in binational collaborative research on agave conservation and use.
In 2025 we recognize Diana Pinzón and Faby Torres Monfils for their leadership and uncompromising commitment to core values of the cultural and ecological connections and foundations that support mezcal production.
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm: Guided Tasting at Tap and Bottle North: Featuring La Gritona and Bara-Cara
Join us at Tap and Bottle North with La Gritona Tequila Reposado and Bara-Cara Tequila Blanco. La Gritona Reposado and Bara-Cara Blanco are distilled by Melly Barajas and her staff of women at her distillery in Valle De Guadalupe, Jalisco.
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5:00 pm - 11:00 pm: Noche de Mezcal
Under the spell of a beautiful Spring Tucson night, explore the best downtown has to offer. Begin your journey with an intimate mezcal toast, then pick your own adventure among the 12 participating bars and restaurants. Explore mezcal's smoky mystique with expertly crafted cocktails, tantalizing bites, and the story of agave in every sip. Your ticket includes a veladora, lanyard, and access to a curated collection of mezcal tastings and pairings at each decadent stop.
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7:00 pm - 9:00 pm: Educational Tasting at Bar Crisol: Featuring Los Cantiles 1905
Immerse yourself in the world of agave excellence with an exclusive educational tasting experience featuring Los Cantiles 1905 Spirits at Bar Crisol.
Guided by renowned experts Omhar and Carlos Acuña, this refined tasting journey explores the intricate flavors, distinct terroir, and centuries-old techniques that define Northern Spirits. Each sip is a testament to heritage, sustainability, and the artistry of agave distillation along the borderlands.
Join us for an evening where tradition meets innovation and let the spirit of agave tell its story.
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9:00 am - 11:00 pm: Bar Takeover - Bar Crisol X Madre
Two of the best mezcal bars unite for an unforgettable night in Tucson! LA's Madre takes over Bar Crisol, showcasing the bold flavors of Los Cantiles 1905, a renowned bacanora brand. Sip on expertly crafted agave cocktails, enjoy neat pours, and experience the rich tradition of bacanora in this one-night-only celebration of mezcal culture and borderland heritage.
1:15 pm - 2:00 pm: Agave - The Tree of Wonders
Known as "The Tree of Wonders", the agave has been celebrated in native cultures for centuries throughout the American Southwest and Mexico. That tradition continues today in Tucson's Agave Heritage Festival, April 10th- 13th, 2025. Narrated by Arizona Master Naturalist and SAGU VIP Dan Collins, The Amazing Agave presentation is an intriguing overview of "all things agave".
